Fodor's Expert Review Ventana
Hwy. 1, almost 1 mile south of Pfeiffer Big Sur State Park, Big Sur, California, 93920, USA Fodor's Choice
Hundreds of celebrities, from Oprah Winfrey to Sir Anthony Hopkins, have escaped to Ventana, a romantic resort on 160 tranquil acres 1,200 feet above the Pacific. You can join a range of activities, workshops, and programs, sunbathe, hike in the nearby hills, or pamper yourself with mind-and-body treatments at the Spa at Ventana or in your own private quarters. All rooms have walls of natural wood and cool tile floors; some have private hot tubs on their patios. If you prefer more rustic accommodations at a lower rate, opt for one of Ventana's 15 safari-style glamping cabins in the redwoods.
PROS
- secluded
- nature trails everywhere
- rates include daily guided hike, yoga, wine and cheese hour
CONS
- expensive
- some rooms lack an ocean view
- not family-friendly
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Rate Includes: No meals